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Nemaha County awards $948,094 in athletically-related financial aid to students in 2023

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Dr. Michael Evans President | Peru State College

Dr. Michael Evans President | Peru State College

Nemaha County's Peru State College invested $948,094 in athletically-related financial aid for college students in 2023, according to the U.S. Department of Education.

This is a 20.1% decrease compared to the previous year, when the county invested $1,186,716 in college sports aid.

There were 220 male and 139 female student-athletes who competed for one or more sports teams representing Peru State College in 2023. Male students received 22.5% more financial aid on average than female students.

Male students who play basketball generally receive the most in financial aid, followed closely by football players. Female students playing ice hockey often receive the most in financial aid.

Only a small percentage of college expenses are typically covered by athletic scholarships, and only for a select few students.

A study found that 71% of student athletes participated in sports to earn a college scholarship.

Financial aid for College Sports in Nemaha County over 10 Years
YearAthletically Related Student AidStudent-athletes Enrollment
2014$480,508190
2015$328,814223
2016$590,798223
2017$686,375242
2018$690,771221
2019$775,831235
2020$1,064,627256
2021$1,118,551338
2022$1,186,716385
2023$948,094359

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